Greg Tarver has for many, many years issued an election ballot that is widely distributed to African American voters.
At one time being listed on the Tarver ballot was better than getting the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval. Election winners usually had appeared on the ballot.
Many politicos believe the influence and voter impact of the Tarver ballot has subsided over the years.
The upcoming general election on Sat. Dec. 10 will be a testament to his Tarver's endorsement.
Tarver's ballot lists Mavice Hughes Thigpen as his choice for council district B.
Evidently Tarver is not concerned if Thigpen actually lives in District B, or her actions pulling up political yard signs of her opponent Gary Brooks that reflects on her character for holding office.
Tarver's ballot endorses Alan Jackson for council district E.
Interesting enough Tarver had suggested to Gov. John Bel Edwards that he appoint Nell Shehee to fill the unexpired term of former councilman James Flurry. Tarver was trumped by Mayor Adrian Perkins' nomination of Alan Jackson for the seat.
Presumably Tarver does not know of the many ethical violations of Jackson since taking office last Dec.
These include using Southwood High School for a town forum without proper authority, listing the city council office as his mailing address on a campaign website, having the council clerk send out press release on town hall meeting, and failing to list full address of campaign donors on ethics campaign filings, among other things.
Tarver has preached 'UNITY during his campaign.
Evidently his definition of "unity" does not include credentials of candidates, much less the actions of candidates. Both his selections are African Americans who finished second in the primary to white candidates.
Maybe "black" is a new synonym for "unity"?